Groot Reading Order

Groot likely has the simplest backstory of any of the modern Guardians of the Galaxy, which makes enjoying Groot comics delightfully straight forward.

Knowing the Groot of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it is fascinating to watch the character evolve in Marvel Comics, especially during Groot’s initial appearances in Annihilation: Conquest (that dialogue!).

It’s worth noting that this collection includes a bit more Rocket stories, which makes sense given that Groot essentially goes from “Monster of the Month” during Marvel’s earliest days to full-time Guardians crewmate.

Groot Joins the Guardians of the Galaxy

As mentioned above, Groot joins the Guardians as we know them following Annihilation and the beginning of modern Marvel Cosmic. This modern Marvel Cosmic is particularly fascinating in Groot’s development as a character. If you read Annihilation: Conquest, and in particular the Star-Lord tie-in, you’ll see the modern formation of the Guardians of the Galaxy, and Groots with actual dialogue! He ain’t Groot!

Most readers will want to start with Annihilation, but for pure Groot and the Guardians, I recommend the Abnett and Lanning run.

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